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Alaska Airlines unveils new state-of-the-art location at Harvey Milk Terminal 1, reinforcing its position as SFO's second largest carrier
Today, we begin operating at
Our new location will soon be home to the newest and second-largest Lounge in our network and reflects our continued commitment to the care and comfort of our guests. We're working around the clock on the finishing touches before we officially open the Lounge next month and complete our transition to
With this move, we're now also closer to our fellow oneworld Alliance members and additional global partners and can provide guests with seamless connectivity to their next domestic or international flight. From SFO, Alaska and our partners offer over 130 weekly flights to 18 international destinations.
We're excited to debut technology that supports our long-term goal of reducing congestion and long lines in our lobby. Starting today,
"Our new home in
We've put a lot of thought into every step of the guest journey, including installing plenty of seating with power outlets for charging devices before take-off. We also now have access to more gates for more flying to guests' favorite destinations – with shorter taxi times and faster access to the runways to save time and burn less fuel.
Starting in July, guests will be able to relax in our brand-new Lounge for the ultimate travel experience. The contemporary space will be 11,000 square feet (twice the area of a basketball court) with 55% more seating, including our signature Loungers for kicking back and
This transition to
For guests planning their next international trip, our new location at
The two-year,
For our press kit, click here.
Alaska Airlines SFO Harvey Milk Terminal 1 Fact Sheet:
- Sophisticated, state-of-the-art lobby with a 100 x 4.5 feet LED screen that features panoramic images of the
San Francisco Bay Area - Spacious lobby with more bag drop locations and agent assistance areas
- Bag tag stations to print bag tags after a quick scan of a boarding pass
- SFO's first automated bag drop units to accept checked bags within minutes
- Digital signage throughout our lobby that will provide clear and convenient directions
- Two
TSA checkpoints to choose from, including a convenient checkpoint on the mezzanine level for guests getting off SFO's AirTrain or travelers looking to bypass the ticket counter - A spacious 11,000 square foot Lounge with 55% more seating and plenty of our signature Loungers for kicking back, a barista staffed coffee bar and great views with unlimited daydreaming
- Post-security, guests will enjoy world-class amenities, including more terminal seating with power outlets, thoughtful children's areas, inclusive restrooms, local retail and a wide variety of restaurant options
- Convenient location to our global partners and shared amenities, including
American Airlines , which allows for easier connections to international carriers without leaving security or using SFO's AirTrain to access another terminal or airline - Access to more gates for more flying and long-term growth, including gates dedicated to international arrivals and departures
- Our gates also provide us with shorter taxi times and faster access to the runways – saving time and burning less fuel
- Sustainability is close to our heart, so this is a perfect new home for
Alaska :Harvey Milk Terminal 1 is the newest terminal at SFO and uses 60% less energy than comparable facilities. It's the first airport terminal in the world to earn Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) v4 Platinum certification for the design, construction and operation of high-performance structures - Our relocation at SFO supports the airport's
$2.4 billion redevelopment project ofHarvey Milk Terminal 1 and the port's efforts to continue to be a world-class airport
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